12th Standard Pathway
Passed 12th or equivalent examination with not less than 50 percent marks in aggregate from a Government-recognized Education Board (minimum 50%) The 50 percent requirement is not insisted upon for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates, or candidates possessing a higher qualification from a UGC-recognized University.
10th Plus ITI or NAC Pathway
Diploma in Engineering is not accepted as an alternative higher qualification for this pathway.
Passed 10th from a recognized Board plus ITI or National Apprenticeship Certificate approved by NCVT for Technician Grade III in Level 2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Diploma in Engineering is not considered an alternative higher qualification.
Classical Dance Cultural
Degree, Diploma or Certificate in the applied Classical Dance discipline from a Government-recognized University or Institute Applicable Classical Dance forms are Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, Mohiniyattam, Odissi and Sattriya.
Drama Cultural
Degree, Diploma or Certificate in Drama, Acting or Direction from a Government-recognized University or Institute The notified Drama forms are Acting and Direction.
Desirable Cultural Achievements
Experience
Experience in the applied cultural discipline and performance on All India Radio, Doordarshan or similar platforms(Desirable)
Other
Awards or prizes won at National Level in the applied cultural discipline(Desirable)